US Popularity Rank: 2233

Origin: Irish

Meaning: Expert in a given field; Fen marshland; Bear

Expert and aficionado are just some words that will one day describe your little wise one, although Maven can also be an early symbol of their intelligence. Maven is an English word, meaning "expert in a given field," and a surname from the Old English Mata and fenn, meaning _"fen marshland." This gender-neutral name is also connected to the Irish surname Mac Mathuna, derived from _mathghamhan, meaning "bear." The combination of Maven's meanings suggests that baby could take an interest in the great outdoors and become a master of knowledge of the natural world.